JUNE 24, 2021 • 12UP.COM
COLUMBUS 19-9-6 · 2ND IN SUPPORTERS' SHIELD · ADVANCED TO PLAYOFF
19-9-6 · 2ND IN SUPPORTERS' SHIELD · ADVANCED TO PLAYOFF
Colombia's Luis Diaz just scored the best Copa America goal Holy smokes, it's time for Colombia's Luis Diaz to take a bow. Entering his country's showdown with Brazil on Wednesday night, the assumptio...
Union extend unbeaten streak to 7, beating Crew 1-0
Jamiro Monteiro scored in the 24th minute and the Philadelphia Union extended their unbeaten streak to seven games with a 1-0 victory over the Columbus CrewJUNE 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kevin Molino - Makes seasons debut Molino logged 20 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 2-0 win over Chicago.
Impact Molino was a big-money signing from Minnesota United in the offseason but a hamstring injury pushed back his debut for the Crew until late June. Now that he's played a little during a competitive match, it wouldn't be surprising to see Molino starting in the near future and pushing Derrick Etienne to the right wing. At the same time, Pedro Santos will likely keep starting at left-back and compete for attacking chances when Milton Valenzuela (thigh) returns.
JUNE 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Eloy Room - Cleared to play Wednesday Room is available for Wednesday's match against Philadelphia after completing his quarantine after playing for his national team, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.
Impact Given that Room is locked in as the Crew's No. 1 in goal, he is likely to reclaim his starting job against the Union, which would push Evan Bush back to the bench.
JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bradley Wright-Phillips - Ruled out again Wright-Phillips (thigh) has been ruled out for Wednesday's match against Philadelphia, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.
Impact Wright-Phillips' absence hurts the Crew's attacking depth, though with Gyasi Zardes fit and in form, he was unlikely to get much playing time anyway.
JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Artur - Will not face Union Artur (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's match against Philadelphia, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.
Impact Artur's injury continues to keep him out of training, and given how long it's been bothering him, he seems unlikely to play Sunday against Austin as well. Alexandru Irinel Matan started for Artur last weekend and could keep his spot in the starting XI this week.
JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Columbus takes on Philadelphia after Zardes’ 2-goals game Gyasi Zardes leads Columbus into a matchup with Philadelphia after registering two goals against Chicago.
JUNE 21, 2021 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Columbus takes on Philadelphia after Zardes' 2-goals game
Gyasi Zardes leads Columbus into a matchup with Philadelphia after registering two goals against ChicagoJUNE 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Evan Bush - Lawn chair day Bush made no saves and one clearance during Saturday's 2-0 win over Chicago.
Impact Bush made his first start of the season, his first clearance, and first clean sheet, all without making a save. It doesn't get much better than that, though he's likely to be tested far more Wednesday, against Philadelphia.
JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pedro Santos - Busy at new position Santos moved to left-back and put in a stellar showing with seven tackles and crosses during Saturday's 2-0 win over Chicago.
Impact Santos started the year in attacking midfield, but this move to left-back has absolutely revitalized him. His play on defense has been immense, while his attacking has suffered next to no fall-off. Santos will look to keep this great form going Wednesday, against Philadelphia.
JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lucas Zelarrayan - Eight crosses in win Zelarayan sent in eight crosses (three accurate) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Chicago.
Impact Zelarayan was inventive through the middle of the attack, and with his consistent duty on corners kept up his streak of peppering crosses. The midfielder has been brilliant to start the year, and is quickly becoming the standout of the Columbus midfield. He will look to keep that going Wednesday, against Philadelphia
JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jonathan Mensah - Secondary Assist for win Mensah provided a secondary assist during Saturday's 2-0 win over Chicago.
Impact Mensah had an all around quiet game at center-back, but provided the secondary assist for what proved to be the game-winning goal. The defender has been solid to star the year, but Columbus have failed to impress in general. Next up is a Wednesday clash against Philadelphia.
JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Derrick Etienne - Assists in win Etienne provided one assist on three chances created during Saturday's 2-0 win over Chicago.
Impact Etienne has struggled to get on the score sheet of late, but has helpers in his last two games, and looks to be on the upswing. The attacking midfielder will hope to keep this going, as the break seemed to do nothing to cool him down. Next up is a Wednesday clash against Philadelphia.
JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Gyasi Zardes - Nets brace Zardes scored twice on five shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Chicago.
Impact Zardes put together an excellent performance up front, netting his third goal in two games. The striker was off to a slow start, but now seems to be back to his absolute best. He has a tough Wednesday trip against Philadelphia up next.
JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Zardes scores 2 goals, Crew beat Fire 2-0
Gyasi Zardes scored two goals and the Columbus Crew beat the Chicago Fire 2-0 in the final game at Crew StadiumJUNE 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
GOAL: Gyasi Zardes, Columbus Crew - 34th minute | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
JUNE 20, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
GOAL: Gyasi Zardes, Columbus Crew - 17th minute | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
JUNE 20, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
What Historic Crew Stadium has meant to Columbus | MLSSoccer.com Editor's Note: Ahead of the Columbus Crew's final game at Historic Crew Stadium on Saturday, we're resharing Sam Jones' story on the roots a...
JUNE 19, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Jonathan Mensah on final game at Historic Crew Stadium: "It’s going to be incredible" | MLSSoccer.com Farewell is nearly here. The Columbus Crew will say goodbye to Historic Crew Stadium after Saturday’s meeting with Chicago Fire FC (7:30 pm...
JUNE 18, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Luis Diaz - Could play against Chicago Diaz (knee) is questionable for Saturday's match against Chicago, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.
Impact Diaz suffered the injury while on international duty and was expected to miss about two weeks. His absence could be alleviated slightly by the return of Kevin Molino (hamstring), though the Crew will be very light in the attacking midfield if both miss out again. If Diaz is unable to play Saturday, his next opportunity will come Wednesday against Philadelphia.
JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Milton Valenzuela - Questionable to play Saturday Valenzuela (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against Chicago, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.
Impact Valenzuela has been able to play since the first match of the season because of his injury, which has allowed Waylon Francis to start at left-back. However, Francis is also questionable to play because of injury, which could force the Crew to use Pedro Santos at left-back again. If Valenzuela is unable to play this weekend, his next opportunity will come Wednesday against Philadelphia.
JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Waylon Francis - Could miss Chicago match Francis (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against the Fire, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.
Impact The Crew's left-back situation is quite cloudy, as Francis and Milton Valenzuela (thigh) remain on the injury report, which could force them to use Pedro Santos at the position again. If Francis cannot play this weekend, his next opportunity to do so will come Wednesday against Philadelphia.
JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Perry Kitchen - Questionable for Fire match Kitchen (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against Columbus, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.
Impact There was some hope that Kitchen would return against Toronto before the international break, but he was ultimately held out. His return would be a huge boost for the Crew, as Artur has already been ruled out because of his nagging hip injury. If Kitchen cannot play this weekend, his next opportunity will come Wednesday against Philadelphia.
JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kevin Molino - Could return Saturday Molino (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's match against Chicago, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.
Impact Molino still hasn't made his MLS debut for Columbus, but he seems likely to make his estimated return date of mid-June if he can return Saturday. With Luis Diaz (knee) also questionable to play, Molino could get a start in his first match, though playing a full 90 minutes may be tough.
JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
